• SPEED: Fiber optic networks operate at high speeds - up into the gigabits• BANDWIDTH: large carrying capacity• DISTANCE: Signals can be transmitted further without needing to be "refreshed" or strengthened.• RESISTANCE: Greater resistance to electromagnetic noise such as radios, motors or other nearby cables.• MAINTENANCE: Fiber optic cables costs much less to maintain.

You need to choose a service provider; and physically connect your building to the system. Mount Vernon has an Open Service Provider Network (OSPN) that allows as many service providers as possible. The 'Fiber Optic Services' page has a current list of service providers.